Hamedo might not be better than some of the other reactions, but I wouldn't go as far as to say it sucks. 0_o; It's saved me loads of times in battle.

It just depends on how you use it. I have a Samurai with this set up.

Secondary:GutsReaction:HamedoSupport:Two HandsMove:Teleport

And though it may not be the best set up, it's not half bad either. Just pump up Brave with Guts a few times and then you basically can't be hit. It saved me in the fight against Balk aswell, since Hamedo works on guns. Ramza Chemist. 80 Brave. Mythril gun. Without that I might never have beaten him.(though that's probably pretty sad anyway ^^;;; )

Well, although you say that hamedo sucks... and i admit it has a success rate that is pretty low, it will usually do more damage than a normal attack and it will prevent the opponent from doing anything that turn, even if they live.Also, the best combo for a unit when going for power, is a monk w/2 swords ans basic skill, equip everyone w/ earth clothes, and jack your monk up w/accumulate, and nothing can stop you. Just earth slash your own units for extra hp (thats where the earth clothes come in) and go behind a unit to do an almost 100% chance on a double hit. I am able to win at every battle by using this combo.